Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac vs Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Hermitage
£107
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Dalmore
★ 5.00
£124
| Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac | Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Hermitage | Dalmore |
| Region | — | Highland |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 46% |
| Age | NAS | 23 yr |
| Price | £107 | £124.18 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Quick verdict
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac is better value at £107 vs £124.
For beginners: Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£107 vs £124.18)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)
Pros
- +Approachable and beginner-friendly sweetness
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
Cons
- −More expensive (£124.18 vs £107)
Who should buy Hermitage?
Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy Dalmore?
Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's) is an ideal first whisky — sweet, approachable, and widely available. It's a great gift and a safe choice for anyone new to whisky or who prefers lighter, friendlier drams.
Tasting notes
Only Hermitage 20 Year Old Grande Champagne Cognac
Only Dalmore 23 Year Old 1991 (cask 12174) - Rare Select (Montgomerie's)